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Newspaper
Yakima Herald
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1908
Page
5
Readable fragments describe a local public sale or meeting action dated in a distant month. Names and details are incomplete but indicate officials and a town setting with potential deadlines or bids involved.
Dr Leonard W Snyder Boys' Minister of America declines to speak in Bellingham. He cites school closures and local opposition led by Rev Thomas H Cornish. Snyder plans to return next winter or rent a hall. he stresses temperance and open regulation of liquor. He says local option harms are overstated and aims to guide boys and girls toward high ideals.
The agricultural department endorses Formaldehyde as an absolute preventative for Smut in wheat oats barley and potato scab and as a potent disinfectant for fumigation to curb contagious diseases. A fresh sealed barrel is available with special pricing on bulk orders from CHAS W CAMP 11 21 West Side Druggist.
Plans for the first annual convention of the Washington Association of Presidential Postmasters in Spokane in August are delayed as officials in Washington, D. C., decide who can attend. Tacoma Postmaster H L Votan leads the executive committee and has invited Postmaster General George von L Meyer and First Assistant Postmaster General C P Grindfield, with a response expected soon. California, Oregon and Washington groups aim to hold their annual meetings to coordinate the address list.
A testimonial from Mrs. J of Galveston Texas claims Ballard's Horehound Syrup ends a persistent cough and chest pain. The advertisement urges immediate purchase from Fry druggist, touting a cure for all pulmonary diseases and swift relief.
Superintendent D C Reed advocates beautifying school surroundings to improve student character. The plan includes a four day Horace K Turner art exhibit April 8 to 11 at the Congregational church, with school events and community hosts to raise funds for art in classrooms. The exhibit features 200 reproductions across painting, portrait, architecture, sculpture, and scenery.
The notice invites public donations of any amount to the picture fund. Each dollar subscribed buys pictures at a 25 percent discount. It emphasizes appreciation for patronage and any effort to increase the fund.
A. D. Charlton of Northern Pacific predicts heavy westward movement as eastern distress grows. He says Portland will draw many travelers with colonist land sales, forecasts brisk passenger demand by summer and a larger fall rush tied to low rate ticket sales.
In Tacoma on March 31 Mr and Mrs Willis Boatman of Puyallup hosted friends to mark the 56th anniversary of leaving Auburn Illinois in 1852 for the Puget sound country. The journey ended with settlement near modern Puyallup and John Boatman, their son, was the valley's first white child. Their cabin still stands over fifty years later.
The third special meeting of the North Yakima Real Estate association was held at the Commercial club rooms. Reports from committees were approved. The exchange office will open once furnishings arrive with Miss Buck in charge. A first formal meeting is set for Wednesday at the exchange rooms to discuss important business. A banquet to launch the exchange is planned for Saturday evening April 11 with all local real estate men invited. Committees were appointed for the event and members praise the growing, enthusiastic organization aimed at unifying dealers and reducing past tensions.
In Washington Woodmen of the World events this year, Camp No. 89 from North Yakima attracts attention at the state convention. Under Captain R. S. Bush, the team has prepared to compete for prizes. The 14 members include A. F. Peck C Thompson J T Bragg C Kinyon Robert Ward F Alderson John Sandmemyer David Black Arthur Baker William Henri J F Owens Henry Neil and Manly Session.
Mrs. E G Townson hosted the Tika Kumlux Bridge club with a Saturday parade of attendees. A quiet wedding united Myrtle M Buck and Chas A Blodgett at the Buck home. Various clubs held socials with games, music, and refreshments, and several meetings announce future hostesses and dates.
Dr Elmer E Hey secretary of the state board of health and bureau of vital statistics received a letter from C L Wilber chief statistician of the department of commerce and labor praising the state s statistical work and predicting inclusion in the census bureau mortality report. He urged better enforcement in back counties and improvements where registration is uneven. The latest vital statistics report shows 829 deaths in February and 1249 births with tuberculosis cancer pneumonia accidents and other causes listed among leading deaths.
An Eastern daily paper's authority recommends a homemade mix to treat rheumatism and kidney cleansing. The recipe uses Fluid Extract Dandelion, Compound Kargon, and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla with generous water. it claims relief after meals and at night, plus ample water. Local druggists offer to supply or prepare the ingredients.
Advertises 16x20 crayon portraits priced at 40 cents with frames from 10 cents, sheet pictures at one cent each. Claims potential to earn 400 percent profit or $56.00 per week. Catalogue and samples free from Frank W. Williams Company at 1208 W Taylor St Chicago IL.
Business leaders in Yakima discuss sending W. L. Steinweg president of the First National Bank to the national Republican convention in Chicago. Supporters claim his clean business record and apolitical stance make him the ideal representative for Yakima.
A warned article notes neglect of a cold can lead to pneumonia and weakened lungs, risking consumption. It promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as a curative to stop coughs, heal lungs, and prevent pneumonia, sold at North Yakima Drug Store.
There will be a business meeting of the Presbyterian Aid Society Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Wm. B. Dudley, 406 North Second Street.
Dr Jas F Zeddiker offers osteopathy massage magnetic forces electricity vibration hot air baths hydrotherapy and suggestion based healing. He has treated 1350 cases in five years from Ditter Bros store offices with Dr Almira Davenport assisting. consultation free and reasonable charges. terms available in advance.
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